The BioPark is trying to hire more workers before it loses its accreditation.

This comes after an inspection found big safety concerns. A national association that oversees zoos said Albuquerque’s BioPark is understaffed, which could put people and animals in harm’s way.

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The report shows maintenance projects were being put off and not enough people were tending to the animals. The BioPark's director, Rick Janser, said the zoo is taking care of this immediately.

“Fill in where we can now with temporaries, but as we go forward, look at positions on a permanent basis,” said Janser.

The zoo has until September to deal with this staffing problem, otherwise the association may choose not to re-accredit the park. If that happens, the zoo may have a harder time getting federal grants and bringing in animals.